Reasoning Quote by Kathryn Schulz
““Leaping to conclusions is what we always do in inductive reasoning, but we generally only call it that when the process fails us -- that is, when we leap to wrong conclusions. (p.123)””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Disquiet, 2008 (citation)?? Actually from "The Book of Disquiet"? No, it's from "The Book of Disquiet"? Might be from "The Book of Disquiet"? We'll set null
Leaping to conclusions is a common flaw in inductive reasoning, especially evident when the inference proves wrong.
In simple terms: Jumping to conclusions often leads to errors in reasoning.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before concluding.
Themes
reasoning
critical thinking
cognitive bias
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- everyday decisions
- debates
- problem solving
Key Concepts
inductive reasoning
error analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- When did a hasty conclusion cost you?
- What checks can prevent premature inference?
A Different Perspective
People may argue that some quick conclusions are necessary under time pressure.
